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Pixie and Imp

Cats in need of homes

These beautiful cats are currently with Cats Protection Hemel Hempstead & Berkhamsted Branch – can you offer any of them a forever home? Pixie and Imp This set of siblings (pictured above) are Pixie (B/W female) and Imp (B/W female) approximately 13 weeks old who are now looking for their forever homes, as a pair, due to […]

Ensemble of Matilda The Musical (10) (c) Matt Crockett

A revoltingly good night at Milton Keynes Theatre

Naomi MacKay watched Matilda The Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre, where it runs until Saturday 14 November. The Royal Shakespeare Company’s award-winning production of Matilda The Musical has arrived in Milton Keynes, bringing a magical mix of mischief, music and mayhem to the stage. Based on Roald Dahl’s much-loved story, this spectacular touring production proves […]

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Herts founder calls for greater awareness of financial burden facing fertility patients

With National Fertility Awareness Week, 2-6 November 2026, aiming to raise awareness and support for those struggling with fertility, Ash Miller from St Albans, Herts, founder of Access Fertility, is calling for greater awareness of the financial barriers facing thousands of individuals and couples from pursuing fertility treatment. Ash (pictured) founded Access Fertility after witnessing […]

David Field and Physio team

Amputee volunteer helps other patients with limb loss walk again

After learning to walk again following the sudden loss of his leg, patient David Field has returned to the West Herts Therapies Unit as a volunteer and is now helping other amputees take their first steps – earning praise as a ‘hero’ from patients. Despite losing a limb, David has chosen to share the motivation […]

WOTO at Buzzrail Steam Gala Credit Mark Lewis

Leighton Buzzard galas just keep getting better

…at least that is what many people have been saying since the Autumn Steam Gala at the Leighton Buzzard Railway on the weekend of 24 & 25 October. Running to new dates following the steam operation suspension imposed over the summer because of fire risk, the organising team were a little apprehensive when the new […]

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How to avoid getting spooked this Halloween and Bonfire Night

With pumpkin season in full swing and fireworks set to light up the skies, many people across Hertfordshire will be preparing for Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations over the next couple of weeks. While it’s a time of excitement for many families and communities, police are urging people to enjoy the festivities responsibly and be […]

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St Thomas More invites former pupils back to make history

Do you remember your first day at St Thomas More? Your favourite teacher, school friends or the classroom where it all began? St Thomas More Catholic Primary School in Berkhamsted is celebrating 90 years at the heart of the community (1936-2026) and is inviting generations of former pupils, parents, teachers, governors and friends back for […]

Halloween Band at COAM

Halloween Spectacular at Chiltern Open Air Museum

Families can step into a world of spooky surprises at Chiltern Open Air Museum’s Halloween Spectacular on Friday 30 October between 5pm and 9pm. As darkness falls, the museum’s historic buildings will be transformed with eerie lighting, spooky decorations and costumed characters creating a magical Halloween experience. There will be fire performances, a juggling act, […]

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Make sure your home is secure this autumn

Autumn is here and the clocks have gone back, meaning the afternoons will now be darker, creating opportunities for criminals. In previous years residential burglaries have increased during the autumn, as many homes are left unlit, which can alert burglars to properties that are empty. To help keep your home secure Hertfordshire Constabulary is sharing […]

Dyan and Hannah Grice

It’s OK to comfort your dog

As Bonfire Night approaches, Tring-based Clinical Animal Behaviourist Hanne Grice, is reassuring dog owners that it’s fine to comfort their pets when they seek contact. ‘If your dog comes to you when fireworks start, you don’t need to ignore them for fear of making things worse. People often worry they’ll reinforce fearful responses, but fear […]

Dog Man cast

Dog Man: The Musical heads to Aylesbury Waterside Theatre next year

After delighting families across the UK in 2026, Roast Productions has announced further UK tour dates in 2027 for the European premiere of Dog Man: The Musical, including making its Aylesbury Waterside Theatre debut from Friday 19-Sunday 21 March 2027. This hilarious and heartfelt new musical, for everyone over 5, is based on the worldwide […]

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New mobile CCTV camera to tackle fly-tipping hotspots

Dacorum Borough Council is introducing a new mobile CCTV camera to help deter fly-tipping at hotspot locations across the borough, as part of its ongoing commitment to tackling the issue. Funded through the Stronger Futures Programme, the wireless CCTV trailer can be moved between hotspot locations, helping the Council monitor problem areas, gather evidence and […]